Quick reference: Y = -.--
Memorise the rhythm, not just the symbols. Long, short, two long.
- Letter: Y
- Morse code: -.--
- Dots: 1
- Dashes: 3
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Letter Y in Morse Code
The letter Y in Morse code is -.--. Long, short, two long. Practice it in the live translator or browse the full A-Z chart.
Example word with Y
YARN encodes to:
-.-- .- .-. -.
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How to remember Y in Morse code
Learners pick up letters fastest when they listen rather than read. Play the audio a few times, repeat the rhythm aloud, then write the dots and dashes on paper. The fast-start learning guide covers the full routine.
Related letters
Compare letter X (-..-) and letter Z (--..) to feel the difference in timing. Mixing pairs in practice builds real recognition speed.
Practice Y in the live translator
Type any word, press play, and hear the Morse audio - perfect for ear training.